Cherry Pie

Directions

1. Step 1
   Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 1 crust in a 9-inch pie pan.

2. Step 2
   Drain cherries, reserving 1 cup liquid. Mix sugar and corn starch in a small heavy saucepan. Gradually stir in reserved cherry liquid until smooth.

3. Step 3
   Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture bubbles. Cook 1 minute more until thick and clear. Remove from heat.

4. Step 4
   Stir in butter, cherries and food coloring. Pour into prepared crust. Cover with vented or lattice top crust.

5. Step 5
   Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F and bake 25 to 35 minutes until golden brown.